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The WJP is an independent, multidisciplinary organization working to advance the rule of law worldwide.

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We engage advocates from across the globe and from multiple work disciplines to advance the rule of law.

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Leading Organizations

Search our directory of leading organizations advancing the rule of law worldwide. New content will be added on a rolling basis. Interested in learning more? Read about our Resource Hub listings here.

Foundation for Us Women

Fundacion para Nosotros las Mujeres, A.C.

Group of businesswomen seeking to help NGOs and human rights institutions in promoting the rights of women in the workplace.

www.paranosotraslasmujeres.org/index.html

Japan Lawyers Association for Freedom - JLAF

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Founded in 1921, it is a network of lawyer's associations that protects human rights and contributes to the realization of a peaceful and democratic Japan. They address issues such as the integrity of the Constitution, environmental rights, labor rights, and judicial reform.

www.jlaf.jp

Climate Action Network Tanzania

It was founded in 2011, and registered as a national network under CAN International. It works to mobilize, advocate, and empower Tanzanian communities.

www.cantz.or.tz

The Center for Prisoner's Rights Japan

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Founded in 1995 to protect human rights and justice, it advocates for the abolition of the death penalty and for the improvement of conditions for prisoners in Japan. Their work includes research, educational programs about the death penalty system, and reintegration initiatives.

www.cpr.jca.apc.org

Jose Alvear Restrepo Lawyers Collective Corporation

Corporación Colectivo de Abogados José Alvear Restrepo

Defends and promotes human rights through the principles of indivisibility and interdependence of all rights and freedoms. It contributes to overcome impunity and consolidate a democratic society respectful of the rule of law for the achievement of a stable and lasting peace.

www.colectivodeabogados.org

International Society for Human Rights - The Gambia

It provides aid to the families of political prisoners, sensitization training for law enforcers, reports on prison conditions, campaigns for law reform, and organizes lectures and workshops.

www.ishr.org
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Rule of Law Programs

The WJP inspires and fosters practical, locally-led programs that advance the rule of law. The featured programs below come from our searchable program library.

DemocracyOS

SASANE Paralegal Training Program

Vanuatu Chief's Legal Education Pilot Program

Fair Trial Rights Videos

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Factor 1: Constraints on Government Powers

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Factor 5: Order and Security

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Factor 7: Civil Justice

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Informal Justice

Factor 9: Informal Justice

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